Boswellia Carterii Gum Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, nail conditioning, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Boswellia Carterii Gum Extract is an extract obtained from the dried, ground gum of the olibanum, Boswellia carterii, Burseraceae
What does it do?
Boswellia Carterii Gum Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Nail conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, or condition of fingernails and toenails
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Boswellia Carterii Gum Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Boswellia Carterii Gum Extract?
Boswellia Carterii Gum Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Boswellia Carterii Gum Extract is an extract obtained from the dried, ground gum of the olibanum, Boswellia carterii, Burseraceae
Is Boswellia Carterii Gum Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Boswellia Carterii Gum Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Boswellia Carterii Gum Extract do in cosmetic products?
Boswellia Carterii Gum Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, nail conditioning, perfuming, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Boswellia Carterii Gum Extract?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Boswellia Carterii Gum Extract is 89957-98-2 / 8016-36-2.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010